Public defenders aren't paid in advance. They bill for services afterward. It would increase his debt load and that is probably so far gone in his case it just doesn't matter. Maybe denied because they knew his next court action would be to file bankruptcy?

Wasn't so long ago, he was a favorite for POTUS in many lib circles, lol.

Well, it seems he fits right in with their adoration of perverts and criminals doesn't he? Especially if the charges against him are proven to be true, you can bet he'll be sainted by the degenerate liberals at some point.